Licensed Massage Therapist
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Earnings for Licensed Massage Therapists in the United States come in at around $18.45 per hour on average. Lower pay rates hover around $10.72 per hour, and the higher rates verge on $46.89. Female Licensed Massage Therapists far outnumber their male contemporaries among survey respondents. The majority of workers are highly satisfied with their job. Medical benefits are awarded to slightly less than a fifth, and one in ten earn dental coverage. The figures in this rundown are based on the results of PayScale's salary questionnaire.

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Job Description for Licensed Massage Therapist

Licensed massage therapists performs body work on the muscles and soft tissues of a client with the goal of relieving stress, fatigue and pain in the client's body. Many massage therapists work in spas, massage centers or in a private practice. Those who work with repeat clients go over the client's medical history and propose a plan of treatment based on this initial conference. Through their work together, they educate their clients on stretching, rehabilitative exercises and other helpful body work techniques. They also maintain a detailed treatment and progress report of the client.

Licensed massage therapists are required to undergo required training (usually at an institute or specialized school). When they complete their training, they must pass a licensing exam which they are only able to keep through continuing education and training as well as adherence to regulatory guidelines. Licensed massage therapists must also be customer-oriented and must observe health and hygiene guidelines. Many are trained in Swedish and deep-tissue massage techniques. Skill and familiarity with other body modalities such as reflexology, Reiki, acupressure, and hot stone, sports therapy, prenatal massage is also a big advantage. Licensed massage therapists' hours are largely dependent on client appointments.

Licensed Massage Therapist Tasks

Massage and knead the muscles and soft tissues of the human body to treat medical conditions, injuries or wellness maintenance.

Common Career Paths for Licensed Massage Therapist

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Though some Licensed Massage Therapists move into positions like Registered Nurse (where the average salary is $55K), this progression is not the norm. It is more probable, however, that Licensed Massage Therapists become Massage Therapy Instructors or Licensed Practical Nurses.

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Licensed Massage Therapists only report a few specific skills. Most notably, facility with Deep Tissue, Deep Tissue Massage, and Bodwork Therapy are correlated to pay that is significantly above average, leading to increases of 26 percent, 25 percent, and 23 percent, respectively. Skills that are correlated to lower pay, on the other hand, include Customer Service.

Licensed Massage Therapist Advice

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Licensed Massage Therapist in Honolulu:

"Advocation Job/Part-time."

Know Ethics, Morals and Health care issues for Holistic practice. Excel by knowing many techniques; ie: Reiki, Shiatsu, Aroma Therapy, Muscle Testing, Acupressure to improve physical and mental pain and tension.
I highly suggest to new Licensed Massage Therapist to consider this career as an ADVOCATION. The pay is very low (unfortunately). Although this career does have a benefit of being able to travel anywhere in the world.
First class hotels, spas and resorts as well as private clubs and private health spas (any where you want to go) are always in need of a superior massage therapist.
Long hours sometimes, waiting for appointments, cancellations are possible. At those times (if self-employed) in your receipt/disclaimer for health and legal reasons, consider the clause; non-refundable deposit. This will help off-set loss of income and non productive hours.
Personally, I only worked from referrals or personal contact. No classified ads. Your INTUITIVE will always be right.